The best vegan gifts for the holidays
By Carla Snuggs
I’ve really been enjoying my exploration of vegan, plant-based and environmentally friendly products into my life, so I decided to create my first ever holiday gift guide filled with vegan gifts. I am so pleased to be able to provide a vegan shopping guide for the holidays with you so that you can discover new brands and products that I hope you’ll love, too!
Oceano Wines Oceano Chardonnay and Oceano Pinot Noir
Oceano Wines specializes in single-vineyard Pinot Noir and Chardonnay ethically grown at Spanish Springs Vineyard on the extreme coast of San Luis Obispo. The ocean’s influence yields wines that are vibrant and naturally lower in alcohol. These wines pair really well with delicious vegan meals from Purple Carrot. Oceano is a mission driven winery committed to sustainability, inclusivity and societal change. Certified Vegan (BeVeg), Sustainable (SIP) and woman-owned (WBENC).
vKind Vegan Gift & Goody Guide
vKind, the online platform where you can connect with verified vegan businesses across the country, is making it easier to shop for plant-based, cruelty-free gifts this holiday season with its new Vegan Gift & Goody Guide. The free guide offers pages of vegan gift ideas for everyone on your list, including food, clothing, toys for kids and pets, and beauty products, plus 6 drool-worthy vegan recipes for your holiday table.
SportsChic Vegan Maxi Tote
The SportsChic Vegan Maxi Tote is sustainably designed, multi-functional, environmentally friendly and simplifies and organizes women’s active lifestyles. Whether going to yoga, work, play and travel there is a single bag that will carry what you need without having to swap out from one bag to the next. The waterproof exterior and interior is easy to keep clean and germ-free, and the easy access insulated pockets keep healthy drinks and snacks hot or cold. MSRP: $129
Arlotta Food Studio Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Aged Balsamic Vinegar Gift Set
No need for complicated recipes. Simply prepare your meats, fish, poultry, salad greens or vegetables, pick a flavor and drizzle away! Shop: Arlottafood.com
Montie & Joie Mercy Nyangara Basket
It's giving season! There's nothing like purchasing a gift that is, unique, handmade, and has an impact on the artisan's life. This season give back in more ways than one with our ethical line of baskets woven by women in Kenya! Shop: Montie-joie.com
Flavour with Benefits: France
Would you love to escape on a romantic journey? Your ticket is between the covers of Flavour with Benefits: France. Kirkus Reviews (the leading book reviewers in the US, said this “Ingenious, delightfully presented recipes that give a healthy take on French cuisine…The book’s sumptuous color photos of food and French towns and landscapes are a visual feast, and the prose is equally evocative.” There is a hardcover and an ebook version sold on Amazon.
E’lur Wrist Designs
E’lur Femme FRIDA La Casa Azul (The Blue House)
Inspired by the work and life of artist Frida Kahlo. Just like Frida's cobalt blue home, this exquisite piece boasts a beautiful grouping of 10mm aqua and dark blue faceted tiger's eye, Swaroski® crystals and E'lur's .925 sterling silver logo and signature beads. All natural stones and precious metals, no plastics, no resins, no animal cruelty. Save money off rings, bracelets, necklaces by using jeulia coupons to give the perfect gift. Shop: Elurwristdesigns.com
Leaf People Aromatherapy: Set of 4 | $90
Give the gift of zen with these four certified organic aromatherapy essential oils.
Mood Lifter: Stimulates digestion, apply to the abdomen for an upset stomach or after a big meal.
Passion: Aphrodisiac and antidepressant properties.
Immunity: Very energizing, stimulates cerebral activity, excellent for long hours at the computer, driving or studying.
Calming: Analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties, apply to sore muscles and stiff joints.
Shop: Leafpeople.com
Whispering Willow Natural Body Oil | $22
+ Features oils extracted from fruits, nuts, and seeds like avocados, sunflowers, and almonds are rich in vitamins and nutrients.
+ This Natural Body Oil features a unique blend of these natural ingredients and is enhanced with the aroma from organic essential oils.
+ Scents: Lavender, Eucalyptus & Mint, Rose, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Chai
+ Ingredients: Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Avocado Oil, Organic Jojoba Oil, Organic Sweet Almond Oil, Organic Essential Oil.
+ Whispering Willow is proudly woman owned, certified cruelty-free and donates 10% of all profits to charity.
Shop: Whisperingwillowsoap.com
LV Makeup Brushes
The LV Makeup Brush Set includes 17 piece vegan synthetic hair premium brushes! Celebrity makeup artist, Lauren Vena, created LV Makeup Brushes and Beauty Blenders for people who want to apply their everyday makeup with ease! Lauren's passion is "Making the World Beautiful, One Person at a Time." Lauren emphasizes confidence and self-love through her makeovers and she hopes that those that use her brushes will feel the same way. Give the gift of applying everyday makeup with ease!,
PATTI handbag by NOIRANCA
Boasting a stunning gradient of three tones, luxuriate in the sensuous touch of the soft vegan leather that crafted PATTI. The drape design of the clutch bag highlights the curves of your silhouette, and subtly paired with a thick matt chain that underlines your rock soul. ABOUT NOIRANCA: NOIRANCA is handcrafted by 30 dedicated artisans in a family atelier boasting 50 years of design experience. The brand works only with suppliers that adhere to strict environmental standards (EU REACH and US CA65 regulations plus ISO9001 certification and commitment to protecting the environment and water sources from toxic chemicals, while also informing the public about risks) Traceability, transparency, circularity, positive consumption are central to NOIRANCA.
Spiritual Oil Infused Cosmic Butter
Whipped shea butter infused with spiritual oils.
Shop: Seeking-peace-with-shanti.myshopify.com
Spiritual Baths
Spiritual Baths are handmade using powerful protective, healing, cleansing, or drawing herbs. Spiritual baths are VITAL to your spiritual health. Shop: Seeking-peace-with-shanti.myshopify.com